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Coronavirus: US Rep. Joe Morelle tests positive for COVID-19

Congressman Joe Morelle confirmed Sunday he has tested positive for COVID-19, WROC reported.

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Morelle, 64, a Democrat, has served from New York’s 25th Congressional District since 2018.

“After experiencing mild symptoms, I have tested positive for COVID-19. I have followed all guidance from the Center for Disease Control and my physician and will remain isolated until it is safe to resume my official duties,” Morelle tweeted. “Thankfully, I am fully vaccinated so my symptoms remain mild.”

Morelle is one of several federal lawmakers who have announced positive test results for COVID-19 during the pandemic, CNN reported.

They include Rep. Ralph Norman, R-S.C., who announced a positive test in August; and Rep. Vern Buchanan, R-Fla., who said he tested positive in July. Sen. Lindsey Graham, R-S.C., announced in August he had tested positive for the virus, according to CNN.

Morelle won a seat in Congress after serving as New York’s Assembly leader, WGRZ reported. He won the congressional seat vacated by the death of Louise Slaughter, according to the television station.

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